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This buffalo chicken wrap is spicy, creamy, crunchy, and packed with bold flavor in every bite. Juicy buffalo chicken, crisp veggies, melty cheddar cheese, and creamy dressing are all wrapped up in a soft tortilla to create the ultimate easy meal for lunch, dinner, or game day.
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Why you’ll love this buffalo chicken wrap recipe!
If you love buffalo wings and the oh-so-famous Buffalo Chicken Dip, you are guaranteed to fall in love with these buffalo chicken wraps. They take everything you love about hot wings and basically compact it all into one handy wrap. The wrap allows you to get everything in one big bite, so you experience all the flavors at the same time.
Don’t worry about them being overly spicy—they are spicy but in a delicious, flavorful way. The chicken is cooked in garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper for a strong base and then tossed in a hot sauce and butter mixture. The hot sauce combines with the butter to create a super creamy buffalo sauce with the perfect amount of heat.
- Big, Bold Buffalo Flavor: Every bite is loaded with that classic buffalo sauce taste—spicy, buttery, and incredibly satisfying without being overwhelming.
- Perfect Balance of Texture: You get crispy, seasoned chicken paired with crunchy celery and lettuce, all wrapped in a soft tortilla for the perfect contrast.
- Quick and Easy Meal: This recipe comes together in under 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or last-minute meals.
- Better Than Takeout: Skip the restaurant—these homemade wraps are fresher, more flavorful, and completely customizable.
Table of Contents
Ingredient Notes
See recipe card below this post for ingredient quantities and full instructions.
- Chicken breasts – Boneless, skinless chicken breasts work best for tender, juicy strips.
- Olive oil – Helps cook the chicken evenly and adds flavor.
- Seasonings – Garlic powder, paprika, salt and pepper.
- Hot sauce – Classic buffalo flavor; use your favorite brand.
- Butter – Creates that rich, creamy buffalo sauce.
- Flour tortillas – Large tortillas make wrapping easier.
- Celery – Adds crunch and freshness.
- Bleu cheese dressing – Classic buffalo pairing.
- Shredded lettuce – Adds crisp texture.
- Cheddar cheese – Melts slightly and adds richness.
Variations
- Use Ranch Instead of Bleu Cheese: If you prefer a milder flavor, ranch dressing works perfectly.
- Make It Spicier: Add extra hot sauce or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Add Avocado: Creamy avocado slices balance out the heat beautifully.
- Go Low-Carb: Swap tortillas for lettuce wraps.
- Make It Crispy: Lightly toast the wrap in a skillet after assembling for extra texture.
How to Make Buffalo Chicken Wraps
- Prepare the chicken: Slice the chicken into thin strips and toss with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken until fully cooked and lightly crispy, about 8–10 minutes.
- Make the buffalo sauce: In a small saucepan, melt the butter and stir in the hot sauce until smooth and combined.
- Assemble the wraps: Toss the cooked chicken in the buffalo sauce until evenly coated. Add chicken to each tortilla, then top with celery, lettuce, cheese, and dressing. Fold in the sides and roll tightly.
Serving Suggestions
These wraps pair well with simple sides that balance the spice:
How to Store
To Store Chicken: Keep leftover buffalo chicken in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
To Freeze: Freeze the chicken (not assembled wraps) for up to 2–3 months.
Reheating: Warm in a skillet or oven to bring back some crispiness.
Frequently Asked Questions
A classic buffalo chicken wrap contains buffalo chicken, lettuce, cheese, and a bleu cheese dressing. Many varieties add celery to the wraps, just like wings.
It’s best to prepare the chicken ahead and assemble the wraps right before serving to keep everything fresh and crisp.
Buffalo chicken isn’t that spicy, but it depends on how well you can tolerate heat. If you know heat isn’t your thing, go with a hot sauce that falls on the milder side. If you want to up the spice, go with a hot sauce packed with hot peppers.
Yes! Rotisserie chicken or leftover chicken works great—just toss it in the buffalo sauce and warm it up.
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Buffalo Chicken Wrap
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup Frank's Red Hot
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup celery diced
- 1/2 cup bleu cheese dressing
- 2 cups lettuce shedded
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese shedded
Instructions
- Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips and toss with the garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- In a large sauté pan over high heat, heat the olive oil until hot. Cook the chicken strips until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Transfer chicken to a medium mixing bowl.
- In a small pot, heat the hot sauce and butter together until the butter is melted and blends into the sauce. Add the sauce to the chicken and toss to coat.
- Lay the tortillas on a work surface and add 4-5 strips of chicken, one tablespoon of diced celery, some lettuce and cheese, and one tablespoon of blue cheese dressing. Fold in the sides and roll forward to close.
These look so good 😍 Spicy, saucy, and packed with flavour — such a perfect bite!
So good and nicely spicy. The buffalo chicken wrapped up like this makes the perfect bite!
Saving this—store-bought can’t compete!
Five stars! It’s going straight into my regular meal rotation.